How to Use Barricades (Skills Lab) | Dec 8, 2026 | Sandy

Using a VTAC Barricade to Learn Self Defense Shooting From Cover

Price: $85
Date: Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: The Armory, Sandy UT

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TOPICS COVERED

• Unorthodox shooting positions
• Cover vs Concealment
• Shooting through various ports
• Simulated heights for various positions
• Timed events for skills testing
• Moving from position to position
• In depth mechanical offset information

DESCRIPTION

Concealment is survival.  Cover is advantage.  In this fast-paced, skills-driven VTAC barricade course, you'll learn how to effectively use cover, stay protected, and still deliver accurate defensive fire when it counts. 

You'll move through a variety of shooting positions using the VTAC barricade system- practicing the real-world mechanics of using cover while managing sight alignment, controlled movement and disciplined trigger work.  Each drill challenges you to keep you body protected, maintain proper coverage, and return accurate fire without sacrificing safety or fundamentals.  

Whether you're running a rifle or pistol, you'll build a clearer understanding of which cover positions fit your body, stance and your shooting style- so you can choose better cover sooner and respond with confidence when the situation demands it.  

MINIMUM ROUND COUNT – 200 rounds

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REQUIRED GEAR

1. A properly functioning handgun
2. Minimum of 3 magazines for your handgun (5 recommended if using single stacked mags)
3. Magazine pouches for your magazines
4. Properly fitting holster and sturdy belt (Preferably a rigid or kydex style outside-the-waistband holster. No soft side collapsable holsters; you must be able to reholster using only one hand. If you intend to use an inside-the-waistband holster for this course, check with us ahead of time so we can verify the suitability of the holster and coach you on how to safely use it.)
5. Minimum of 400 rounds of ammunition for that handgun
6. Eye protection
7. Electronic hearing protection
8. Appropriate range attire: closed-toe shoes, long pants, and crew neck shirt

SUGGESTED/OPTIONAL GEAR

1. A properly functioning carbine or rifle
2. At least 3 rifle magazines (5 or more are recommended)
3. 400-600 rounds of rifle ammunition
4. Magazine pouches for your rifle magazines
5. A quality sling
6. Sharpie type pen for marking targets
7. Pen and notepad for taking notes
8. Hat or other head covering
9. Gloves
10. Knee pads and elbow pads
11. Footwear that you can stand in all day (boots are highly recommended)
12. Sunscreen or raingear (if outdoors, this course will go on rain or shine)
13. Refillable water bottle for hydration
14. Food or snacks to sustain you for the duration of the course
15. Body armor if you would wear it in the field while deploying a rifle and/or pistol
16. A quality tourniquet, IFAK, or trauma kit

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Ammunition not allowed: armor piercing or steel core ammo (you will be responsible for paying for any damage to the range or steel targets)

Holsters not allowed: Blackhawk SERPA holsters, any holster that requires you to use your trigger finger to defeat a retention button or switch, cross draw holsters, ankle holsters, belly band holsters, fanny pack holsters, small-of-back holsters, shoulder holsters, soft side (collapsible) holsters

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PREREQUISITES

Participants must complete either Defensive Handgun or Defensive Rifle (preferably both) and demonstrate proficiency in safety and technique in order to take this class and gain the maximum training benefits. Exceptions may be granted by the instructor prior to signing up if you have attended other equivalent training or have sufficient experience.

LOCATION

The Armory
248 West 9210 South
Sandy, UT 84070
801-998-2255